Hospice Social Worker - Geriatric Care & Family Support

Prairie Wind Hospice; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Wind Hospice seeks a licensed Social Worker to serve the Kansas City area on the Kansas side. The role requires an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and at least two years of geriatric experience; hospice experience is preferred.

The Social Worker will assess psychosocial needs, coordinate care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support patients, families, and volunteers in a compassionate hospice environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work (CSWE-accredited).
• Minimum two years’ experience with geriatric population.
• Two years hospice experience preferred.
• Must have strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess the psychosocial/spiritual needs of patient and family.
• Evaluate patient insurance coverage and refer to appropriate agencies for assistance.
• Provide social work services for terminally ill patients and families, including planning and consultation.
• Develop and implement the patient/family Plan of Care.
• Participate in Self Managed Care Teams to support patients and families.
• Attend IDT meetings and keep team informed of changes in psychosocial care.
• Provide counseling to patients, families, and hospice staff as needed.
• Refer to community resources to meet patient/family needs.
• Participate in bereavement follow-up services as required.
• Maintain complete and timely records of activities and services.
• Assist in orientation and training of volunteers, staff, physicians, and community members.
• Assist in developing support groups and other programs as needed.
• Participate in CQI and Utilization Review programs.
• Work as a team member and uphold Hospice Code of Ethics.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Geriatric care experience

Education

MSW degree (CSWE accredited)

Job description

Prairie Wind Hospice seeks a licensed Social Worker to serve the Kansas City area on the Kansas side. The role requires an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and at least two years of geriatric experience; hospice experience is preferred.

The Social Worker will assess psychosocial needs, coordinate care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support patients, families, and volunteers in a compassionate hospice environment.